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How to be a Successful iCharleston Student

Preparing to Leave

• Learn how to do your own laundry
• Can you cook three meals?

– Pasta – Grilled Cheese – Rice and Beans

• What do you want to do while you’re abroad?

– Places to see, food to eat, experiences to have

• Packing for iCharleston

– 1 checked bag +1 carry-on bag + backpack – You only need to bring clothes – Packing list on iCharleston website

• Budgeting

– How much money do you have per week? What should you be spending money on?

Focus & Reflect

• The fall is a very important semester

– Build habits for your college career – Requirements to get back to CofC – Make the most of your time living abroad

• Remember, your priority is to get the

grades for CofC

• Take time to check in with yourself and

see how you’re doing – Reach out to Site Directors if something is off – Use the weekly reflections to help!

Communication

• Set up a “communication

plan” with family members, friends, etc to talk regularly – WhatsApp – Facebook Messenger – Snapchat – Skype

• Speak up! Learn how to

advocate for yourself if you are experiencing any issues

Reaching Out to Your Resources

• Site Directors

– Transitional support – Social support – Group activities/excursions – CofC questions – Referrals for further on-site support

• Academic Advisor

– Academic support/guidance – CofC questions – Referrals for CofC support

• Residence Hall Advisors

(RLS/RA/etc)

– Roommate conflicts – Residence hall issues

Patrick Smith Site Director Maddie Fink Site Director

Passport to CofC

• Led by your Site Directors
• Attendance is required at all

classes

• Information on culture shock,

study skills, how to get around

• Information, guidance &

preparation for CofC

• The iCharleston Blog

Behavioral Expectations

• Attend all classes

– Your visa depends on it! – Building good habits

• Follow all rules as laid out

by host institution

• Be responsible
• If you have an issue with

someone, talk to them about it

• Take advantage of this

experience!

How to be Successful in London

• Manage your time
• Get out and explore!

– Learn the Tube & bus systems early

• n!
• Do NOT miss meetings
• Grocery shop instead of eating out
• Download CityMapper and the

Tube app - they can be used

• ffline
• Engage with Passport to CofC

class

Questions?

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